Definition
digestibilities
noun
- plural of digestibility; the quality or degree to which food or nutrients can be broken down and absorbed by the digestive system
Usage: typically used in nutrition, agriculture, and food science contexts
Examples
- The digestibilities of different grains vary depending on their fiber content.
- Nutritionists compare the digestibilities of plant-based and animal-based proteins.
- Cooking methods can affect the digestibilities of certain vegetables.
- The study measured digestibilities of various feed ingredients for livestock.
- High digestibilities of nutrients ensure better absorption in the body.